Accounting Systems Project Manager

Accounting Systems Project Manager

F.C. Ziegler Co., a family-owned manufacturer and retailer of liturgical goods since 1929, is seeking an Accounting Systems Project Manager to lead the implementation of our new Acumatica ERP system and oversee ongoing business systems optimization.

This is a hands-on, cross-functional leadership role ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of accounting, operations, process improvement, and technology. You will serve as the internal project lead for our ERP implementation and, following go-live, transition into long-term ownership of our accounting and business systems.

This is not a traditional IT role. We are looking for a business-minded professional—ideally with an accounting, finance, or operations background—who understands end-to-end workflows and can make decisions that benefit the organization as a whole.

What You’ll Do

ERP Implementation (Year One):

- Serve as the day-to-day internal project lead for the Acumatica ERP implementation

- Coordinate between the executive sponsor, department leaders, and external implementation partners

- Lead system design, configuration decisions, data migration, testing, and go-live activities

- Facilitate decision-making sessions and resolve process and configuration questions

- Maintain project documentation, action items, timelines, and status reports

- Champion change management and user adoption across departments

- Gather business requirements and ensure system configuration supports operational needs

- Develop and deliver training to prepare employees for the new system

Ongoing Operations (Post-Implementation)

- Own ongoing administration, optimization, and support of Acumatica and related systems

- Provide training for new hires and refresher training as processes evolve

- Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs

- Maintain system documentation, SOPs, and training materials

- Manage relationships with software vendors and consultants

- Coordinate with IT on permissions, integrations, and technical requirements

- Report to executive leadership on system performance and improvement opportunities

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

- 5+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in accounting, finance, or operations

- Strong understanding of cross-functional business processes (finance, purchasing, inventory, sales)

- Proven ability to manage projects, timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to train and support users with varying levels of technical comfort

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience participating in or leading an ERP or accounting system implementation

- Background in manufacturing, retail, or distribution environments

- Experience with process mapping or continuous improvement methodologies

- Familiarity with Acumatica or similar cloud-based ERP platforms

- Comfort with emerging technologies, automation, and AI tools

Personal Attributes We Value

- Decisive and comfortable making system and process decisions

- Collaborative and effective across departments

- Systems-oriented thinker who understands organizational trade-offs

- Disciplined and methodical in project execution

- Calm and steady during high-pressure project phases

- Patient teacher who enjoys helping others learn

- Detail-oriented with strong follow-through

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

To apply from a computer: please send a cover letter and resume to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.